White House Protest, President Roosevelt Delivers Speech 'The Only Thing We Have To Fear Is Fear Itself'

White House Protest, President Roosevelt Delivers Speech 'The Only Thing We Have To Fear Is Fear Itself'

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The transcript covers a series of events and speeches related to American national policy and public sentiment during a time of conflict. It begins with protests by the American Peace Mobilization and counter-picketing by citizens. Charles A. Lindbergh speaks at an America First Committee rally, emphasizing national security and opposing foreign wars. The public shows strong support for the President's actions, as reflected in letters to the White House. The transcript concludes with a discussion on the resilience of freedom in the face of war and the dangers of fear and surrender.

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What does the speaker imply about the relationship between freedom and war?

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What is the significance of the phrase 'The only thing we have to fear is fear itself' in the context of the speech?

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